Bilingual Case Manager
hace 1 mes
New York
Job Description THE ORGANIZATION The Center for Justice Innovation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing community safety and racial justice. Since 1996, we’ve worked alongside communities, courts, and those most directly affected by the justice system to build stronger, healthier, and more equitable neighborhoods. With a team of over 900 staff and an annual budget of $130 million, the Center carries out its mission through three core strategies: • Operating Programs that pilot new ideas and address local challenges;, • Conducting original research to evaluate what works—and what doesn’t; and THE OPPORTUNITY Launched in 1993, the award-winning Midtown Community Justice Center is one of the country’s first problem-solving courts. It provides alternatives to fines and jail as a response to low-level crime. Seeking to reduce crime and incarceration and increase public trust in justice, the Midtown Community Justice Center works with neighborhood stakeholders to improve Midtown Manhattan, and to serve the vibrant Midtown community, specifically those in need of services. The court responds creatively to low-level offending, seeking sentences that are restorative to the victim, defendant, and community. Further, the Midtown staff engage in ongoing community engagement events to promote community wellness and to help connect people in need to voluntary services. Midtown Community Justice is seeking a Bilingual Case Manager for the Intake team. Reporting to the Coordinator of Court Operations, the Case Manager will be responsible for coordinating new referrals, conducting intakes and screenings, reengaging former and existing participants to complete mandated services, orienting new participants to the Midtown Community Justice Center, and scheduling participants for services. The Case Manager will also be responsible for providing one-on-one case management support to participants in need of services. Once a participant is enrolled in programming, the Case Manager will provide regular written updates and compliance reports to the court, including to the judge, clerks, defense attorneys, and prosecutors. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Conduct comprehensive needs-based intakes and assessments for clients referred to Midtown Community Justice Center and from other Center project sites;, • Schedule participants for mandated social services and/or community engagement sessions;, • Maintain caseload of CJA participants and provide support with completing court mandates, including care coordination with outside providers;, • Conduct case management sessions and make referrals for a variety of social service needs including linkages to harm reduction/substance use and mental health services, housing, employment, benefits, and more;, • Maintain a comprehensive and up-to-date list of referral resources that offer a wide range of programs and services;, • Enter and maintain accurate data entry in CJA’s electronic case management database including outreach, case information, intakes, attendances, and case outcome data;, • Provide written updates for court stakeholders for all court-involved participants; Provide resource coordination coverage in the courtroom, as needed;, • Collaborate and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, prosecutors, defense attorneys, and other court and programmatic staff;, • Provide crisis intervention and de-escalation, as needed;, • Manage administrative functions of the front desk and greet guests, as needed;, • Participate in group supervision, staff meetings, site visits, and trainings;, • Actively create, promote, and maintain a respectful, inclusive, and anti-racist work environment;, • Participate in group supervision, staff meetings, site visits and trainings;, • Assist with other programmatic and administrative tasks to support Midtown Community Court, as needed;, • Actively create, promote, and maintain a respectful, inclusive, and anti-racist work environment;, • Work with all program staff and teams to ensure continuity of services for participants;, • Participate in occasional evening and weekend community meetings; and, • Additional tasks as necessary.Qualifications:, • Bachelor’s degree or a minimum of 3-4 years of experience working in a social service setting;, • Must be fluent in English and Spanish, with proficiency in both written and verbal communication is required;, • Experience working in a court or criminal justice setting strongly preferred;, • Experience with drug/alcohol treatment, harm reduction, mental health services, co-occurring disorders utilizing a trauma-informed and anti-oppressive practice required;, • Ability to effectively work with diverse client populations, as a team member in a multiracial setting;, • Ability to be highly organized with excellent time management skills;, • Excellent writing skills and attention to detail required;, • Strong organizational and time management skills;, • Commitment to, and experience using, holistic and strengths-based approaches, meeting participants where they are, as well as the ability to work with people from diverse backgrounds in a culturally responsive manner; and Position Location: Midtown Manhattan. Compensation: The compensation range for this position is $52,000 - $58,000 and is commensurate with experience. Benefits: The Center for Justice Innovation offers an excellent benefits package including comprehensive healthcare with a national network, free basic dental coverage, vision insurance, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, and flexible spending accounts including commuter FSA. We prioritize mental health care for our staff and offer services like Talkspace and Ginger through our healthcare plans. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan with a two-to-one employer contribution up to 5%. The Center for Justice Innovation is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, national origin, age, military service eligibility, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, or any other category protected by law. We strongly encourage and welcome applications from women, people of color, members of the LGBTQ+ community, and individuals with prior contact with the criminal justice system. Our goal is to create a supportive and respectful environment where everyone, regardless of background or identity, feels valued and included. At this time, the Center is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. Candidates are expected to provide accurate and truthful information throughout the hiring process. Any misrepresentation, falsification, or omission of material facts may result in disqualification from consideration, withdrawal of an offer, or termination of employment, regardless of when discovered. In compliance with federal law, all hires must verify their identity and eligibility to work in the United States and complete the required employment verification form upon hire. Please refer to the job posting for relevant contact information. If contact details are not provided, we kindly ask that you refrain from inquiries via phone or email, as only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Powered by JazzHR MG3KRL9uLM
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